Matteo Guendouzi on Sturm Graz match: 'We know it will be difficult because...'

Fenerbahçe's French midfielder Matteo Guendouzi is focused on the team's crucial UEFA Champions League third qualifying round second leg against Sturm Graz. "We know we will play an important match for the team tomorrow. We are ready for this match. We will see what happens," Guendouzi stated at a press conference. He added that the team's first-leg victory has boosted their confidence, and they are prepared for the challenge, acknowledging it will be difficult playing away.

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We know we will play an important match for the team tomorrow. We are ready for this match. We will see what happens. We came with confidence from the result we got in the first match and played a good match at home. We are ready, we know it will be difficult because they will play at their home, but we are ready.

Guendouzi highlighted his commitment to the team's success, stating, "From the moment I step onto the field, I try to do my best for the team. What matters to me is the team winning." He emphasized that individual achievements are secondary to team victories and winning trophies, expressing pride in contributing to the team's success.

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From the moment I step onto the field, I try to do my best for the team. What matters to me is the team winning. Winning for the fans, winning matches, doing our best, and winning trophies. After these, I don't care about individual things. If we become champions, that is the most important thing for me.

He reserved special praise for teammate N'Golo Kanté, describing him as "still one of the best midfielders in the world." Guendouzi explained that playing alongside Kanté simplifies the game, both defensively and in possession, and instills confidence. "Playing with him is a pride. We always try to give our best. I think this is why things are going well," he remarked.

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Playing with someone like Kante makes things very easy. In my opinion, he is still one of the best midfielders in the world. Both defensively and in possession, things become easier when playing with him. I feel confident playing with him. It is a pride to play with him. We always try to give our best. I think this is why things are going well.

When questioned about potential contact with French national team coach Zinedine Zidane, Guendouzi reiterated his focus on his current club performance. "I haven't spoken with him, but I know very well what I need to do. First of all, I need to perform well. Then we'll see what happens. All I do is focus on my performance at my club," he concluded.

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I haven't spoken with him, but I know very well what I need to do. First of all, I need to perform well. Then we'll see what happens. All I do is focus on my performance at my club.